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7 LEAST Expensive Retirement Towns in America

November 24, 2022 · Retirement Life
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Metairie, Louisiana

Average home list price: $335,857
Percentage of residents aged 60 and up 32%

This charming town has less than 150,000 residents, and its residents regard it as a good middle ground between big-city living and suburban life.

This location also offers a fun nightlife for those interested and a very low cost of living. The average household income is well over $59,000, according to the US Census.

And if you get antsy and wish to explore, this retirement town is just a short 15-minute drive away from New Orleans. So you can get a taste of the city whenever you choose.

There is also a couple of health care centers in this town, and the easy access to the city gives you a wide assortment of health care providers to choose from.

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